Francisco Alvarado Bernal
Economist
Bogotá,DC
Summary
Dynamic economist with extensive expertise in economic research, quantitative analysis, and the generation of statistical insights to inform the design, implementation, and evaluation of public policies. Proven leadership abilities and strong decision-making skills foster a collaborative environment that drives team success. Recognized for exceptional written and verbal communication skills, effectively translating complex data into actionable strategies. Committed to leveraging analytical acumen to contribute to impactful policy development and implementation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Quantitative Consultant
Sustainable Rural Development Directorate (DDRS), National Planning Department (DNP)
09.2024 - Current
- Production and analysis of statistical information on the agriculture and rural development sector to support policy design and monitoring.
Specialist in Quantitative Methods
Panagora Group (USAID Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Activity)
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Designed and implemented quantitative methodologies for evaluating USAID-funded development programs in Colombia.
Quantitative Consultant
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Led the methodological design and computation of Colombia’s Women’s Political Participation Index.
Economic Researcher
National Federation of Coffee Growers
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Conducted economic research on living conditions, labor market dynamics, and financial inclusion among coffee-growing households.
Specialist in Quantitative Methods
USAID – MSI
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed and implemented the quantitative methodology for the performance evaluation of the “Victims Institutional Strengthening Program (VISP)”.
Consultant
Constitutional Court of Colombia (Opción Legal)
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Assessed the relevance and suitability of the Effective Enjoyment of Rights Indicators (IGED) proposed by the national government within the victims’ policy framework.
Advisor, Strategic Analysis and Design Directorate
Bogotá Secretariat of Social Integration
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Advised on the implementation of the agency’s targeting process, the validation of vulnerability conditions for program participants, and policy recommendations under the District Development Plan.
Advisor, Public Policy Group – Directorate General
Department for Social Prosperity (DPS)
01.2015 - 08.2016
- Contributed to the design and diagnostic of public policies in the Social Inclusion and Reconciliation sector through the estimation and analysis of statistical information on poverty, targeting, and living conditions.
Advisor on Poverty measurement
National Planning Department (DNP)
08.2012 - 12.2014
- Supported the Directorate of Social Development with statistical analysis of official poverty indicators—both monetary and multidimensional—as well as the SISBEN III targeting instrument and the Longitudinal Social Protection Survey (ELPS) conducted with DANE.
Conceptualization and Design – Statistical Planning Group Leader
National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE)
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Led the design of methodological documents for the Statistical Planning process and the identification and analysis of strategic statistical information for the National Statistical Plan (PEN).
Education
MSc - Development Economics
University of Sussex
Brighton, United Kingdom01.2017
MSc - Economics
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia01.2010
Bachelor - Economics
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia01.2006
Skills
Statistics and Econometrics
References
Professional and personal references available upon request
ACADEMIC DISTINCTIONS
Joint Japan–World Bank Scholarship to pursue the MSc in Development Economics at the University of Sussex., Graduated with distinction from the MSc in Development Economics, University of Sussex.
PUBLICATIONS AND ACADEMIC WORKS
- Fragmented Labor Markets and the Social Protection System in Colombia. UNDP LAC Working Series Paper. 2021. https://www.latinamerica.undp.org/content/rblac/es/home/library/poverty/mercados-laborales-fragmentados-y-sistemas-de-proteccion-social-.html
- COVID-19, Labor Market, and Monetary Poverty in Colombia: The Potential Effect of Government Transfers to Households. UNDP Colombia – Development Papers. 2021. https://www.co.undp.org/content/colombia/es/home/library/human_development/covid-19mercado- laboral-y-pobreza-monetariaefecto-potencial-.html
- Measuring Vulnerability to Poverty in Colombia Using a Synthetic Panel (2008–2016). Master’s thesis, University of Sussex. 2017.
- Spatial Analysis of the Municipal Multidimensional Poverty Index for Colombia (2005). National Planning Department. 2012.
- The Post-Keynesian Hypothesis of Endogenous Money: Empirical Evidence for Colombia (1982–2009). Ensayos de Economía, Universidad Nacional de Colombia. 2011. https://revistas.unal.edu.co/index.php/ede/article/view/27887
SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS
- Panelist on Colombia’s Targeting Process (DNP), “Seminar on the Integration of Beneficiary Registries in Social Information Systems”. World Bank – SEDESOL, Mexico City. June 2014.
- Panelist (DNP), “Workshop on Multidimensional Poverty Indices (MPIs): Good Practices and Lessons Learned from Latin America and Europe”. OAS – APC – DNP. September 2013.
- Colombia Representative for ELPS, “Workshop on Data Handling, Protection, and Linkage”. IDB – CISS, Mexico City. May 2013.
Timeline
Quantitative Consultant
Sustainable Rural Development Directorate (DDRS), National Planning Department (DNP)
09.2024 - Current
Quantitative Consultant
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
09.2024 - 11.2024
Specialist in Quantitative Methods
Panagora Group (USAID Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Activity)
01.2023 - 12.2024
Specialist in Quantitative Methods
USAID – MSI
12.2021 - 11.2022
Economic Researcher
National Federation of Coffee Growers
06.2021 - 11.2023
Consultant
Constitutional Court of Colombia (Opción Legal)
10.2019 - 03.2020
Advisor, Strategic Analysis and Design Directorate
Bogotá Secretariat of Social Integration
10.2018 - 03.2019
Advisor, Public Policy Group – Directorate General
Department for Social Prosperity (DPS)
01.2015 - 08.2016
Advisor on Poverty measurement
National Planning Department (DNP)
08.2012 - 12.2014
Conceptualization and Design – Statistical Planning Group Leader
National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE)
01.2012 - 08.2012
MSc - Economics
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Bachelor - Economics
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
MSc - Development Economics
University of Sussex